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Who We Are Bound by a common purpose

We are a passionate, diverse, and committed group of organizers and investors who have come together to build a premiere, basketball-based youth development center in the heart of North Philadelphia.

Among our ranks are recognized leaders in education, youth development, basketball, business and law, entertainment, health care, philanthropy, and government as well as active organizers and volunteers grounded in their work in schools and communities.

The Proposition "We Got Next"

We believe that when you create opportunities for young people to develop their potential as students, athletes, and responsible engaged citizens, the individual and the community will thrive.

We know it's more than a game. Research shows that sports foster growth and development physically, academically, and socially.

Beyond the Court It's more than a game

“Champions aren't made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them -- a desire, a dream, a vision.” ~ Muhammad Ali

We want to help Philadelphia’s young people reach their full potential as students, as athletes, and as leaders.

The facility’s programming will include a carefully blended mix of athletic, academic, health, leadership, and character development activities. Tutoring, organizational skills, SAT/ACT prep, nutrition, sports medicine, community service, and civic engagement opportunities are examples of development programming we will offer.

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The Center The power of the place

We have begun building a professional organization and fundraising effort to construct a $25 million state-of-the-art, basketball-based youth development center in the heart of North Philadelphia. This 120,000 square foot facility will have;

An education wing with a library, classrooms, computer lab, and a community engagement center;

A health and wellness wing for strength and conditioning, and injury diagnosis, medical referral, and rehabilitation to be administered by the Rothman Institute of Jefferson University Hospital and Health System;

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Work with Us

A transformational civic project of this magnitude is completed with a broad coalition of stakeholders and advocates. The breadth and diversity of supporters coming together to make this initiative a reality is impressive. Whether you are able to volunteer and lend your time or if you would rather make a finical gift, we are looking for people to lend a hand and Join our team!

We are united by three core values:

A belief in creating opportunities for all children to reach their potential

A belief in empowering lower-income families and communities

A belief in the power of basketball and positive coaches in the lives of kids

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We are also a member of the United Way Donor Choice Program.

Official Educational Improvement Organization

Designate your contribution to PYB by using the donor code: 52742

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We look forward to speaking with you to explore how we can work together for the betterment of this program.